Grammy-winning artist BJ Thomas revealed that he was diagnosed with stage four lung cancer.
Thomas, 78, is perhaps best known for hits like “Raindrops Keep Fallin ‘on My Head”, “Hooked On A Feeling”, “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry” and many more. On Tuesday, he released a statement on his website announcing the news and thanking fans for their continued support.
“I just wanted to take this unique opportunity to share my gratitude to Gloria, my wonderful wife and my rock for more than 53 years, my family, friends and fans,” he said in a statement. “I am so blessed to have had the opportunity to record and present beautiful songs in pop, country and gospel, and to share these wonderful songs and memories around the world with millions of you. I ask you all for your prayers during this time. and that my music can live with you. “
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BJ Thomas revealed that he was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer.
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Thomas is currently receiving treatment at a local health facility in Texas and remains optimistic about his recovery. In fact, his website reports that he will continue to interact with colleagues and industry fans and will even endeavor to make public appearances.
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In addition to winning five Grammy Awards, the artist was included in the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2014 for his 1969 hit “Raindrops Keep Fallin ‘on My Head”. Billboard reports that he is one of the 50 most played artists, with the track marking his first place on the charts, spending four weeks in first place on the Hot 100 and seven weeks in first place on the Adult Contemporary charts.
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His most recent appearance on Billboard was in 2013 with duets on the album “The Living Room Sessions”, which reached 39th position on the Top Country Albums chart.
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People reports that Thomas shares his daughters Paige, Nora and Erin with his wife Gloria, whom he married on December 9, 1968. The pair also have grandchildren.